Once you read a few history or science books you might come to the realization that truth is stranger than fiction. I'm going to save you some time from reading and give you some amazing highlights with these 18 unbelievable-but-true facts.
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22 Words Uttered By Writers In Their Final Moments
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These Photos Clearly Indicate You're Never Too Old to Love
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Is There Anyone Luckier Than These Two Close Friends?
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These Borders Exist Longer Than the Countries They Divide
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The Full Story of Amelia Earhart and the Nikumaroro Bones
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Incredible: 100 Days Building an Underground Hut
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